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Tax Risk Management and Governance

Tax risk management and governance services are essential offerings for businesses seeking to navigate the complexities of tax compliance and optimise their tax positions while managing associated risks.

Tax Risk Management and Governance Services

These are essential offerings for businesses seeking to navigate the complexities of tax compliance and optimise their tax positions while managing associated risks. These services typically encompass a range of activities designed to ensure that a business's tax affairs are managed efficiently, transparently, and in compliance with relevant laws and regulations. 

Overall, tax risk management and governance services aim to provide businesses with the tools and insights needed to manage their tax affairs proactively and effectively, thereby reducing the risk of non-compliance and enhancing their overall tax position. 

How we can help:

Risk Identification

This involves identifying potential tax risks that a business may face, such as compliance risks, transactional risks, and reputational risks. The process includes evaluating the likelihood and impact of these risks on the business.

Governance Framework

Establishing a robust governance framework is crucial for effective tax risk management. This includes setting up policies and procedures that define roles and responsibilities, decision-making processes, and reporting lines related to tax matters.

Compliance Management

Ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations is a core component of tax risk management. This involves regular monitoring of changes in tax legislation, timely filing of tax returns, and accurate payment of taxes.

Tax Planning and Strategy

Developing tax strategies that align with the business's overall objectives while minimising tax liabilities. This includes advising on tax-efficient structures, transactions, and investments.

Internal Controls

Implementing internal controls to monitor tax-related activities and ensure that they are conducted in accordance with established policies and procedures. This includes regular audits and reviews to identify and address any discrepancies or areas for improvement.

Stakeholder Communication

Maintaining transparent communication with stakeholders, including tax authorities, shareholders, and board members, about the business's tax position and any significant tax risks or issues.

Training and Awareness

Providing training and resources to employees to ensure they are aware of tax obligations and the importance of compliance. This helps in fostering a culture of tax compliance within the organisation

Use of Technology

Leveraging technology to enhance tax risk management processes, such as using automated tools for risk assessment and compliance monitoring, which can improve efficiency and accuracy.

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